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NJ A2597

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carmen Morales

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Licensed and certified social workers in New Jersey may earn up to 4 continuing education credits per renewal period by volunteering as poll workers on State primary or general election days
  • Poll worker volunteers receive 2 credits per election served, with a maximum of 4 credits available (one primary and one general election)
  • Proof of poll worker service must be maintained through a county-issued assignment letter or another form determined by the State Board of Social Work Examiners
  • Poll worker volunteering is optional and serves as an alternative method to fulfill existing continuing education requirements, not an additional mandate
  • The bill amends P.L.2017, c.341 and takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Allows social worker to acquire four hours of continuing education credit for volunteering as poll worker.

Regulated Professions

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Regulated Professions1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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